Legal Assistant 3

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DES works with families, community organizations, advocates and state and federal partners to realize our collective vision: A thriving Arizona.

DES serves more than 3 million Arizonans. Our Mission is to strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life.

LEGAL ASSISTANT 3

Office of Inspector General (OIG)
2200 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85004

Salary: $43,780 - $56,534 

Grade: 19

Closing Date: January 13, 2025

Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizonans thrive? At the Department of Economic Security (DES) we strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals who are committed to service, community, and teamwork. To learn more about DES please visit des.az.gov; or click on the link here to view ‘Our DES’ video. Come Join the DES Team!

DES is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Legal Assistant 3. This position is responsible for performing quality and consistency reviews of Appellate Services Administration (ASA) Exhibits, Decisions and Dispositions for all DES programs. This role assists Hearing Officers (HO) to review, create, and process legally binding documents, including but not limited to responsive orders granting or denying motions to vacate and remand, orders in response to requests for postponement of hearing, requests for Subpoenas and requests for withdrawals of hearings. It will also be responsible for confirming adherence to Federal and State laws and regulations, as well as, agency and program practices, policies and procedures to ensure compliance and consistency in appeals files, hearings and decisions. Travel may be required.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords flexibility, autonomy and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona, unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Review and perform complex analysis of procedural, jurisdiction and other issues. Review appeal files …